Hand Open the lantern and then snap nicely into place when you close it The pull-out function is very smooth and easy and the flashlight has its own handle You can charge it with the USB cable that comes with it or with the solar panel on top The flashlight portion is very bright, easily projects 200 feet or more The most beautiful is that it also has a flashlight in the bottom and the battery life is good You can charge it with the USB cable that comes with it or with the solar panel on top No need to be replacing batteries all the time good for kids and adults plus easy to carry To also work on cars and its small and lightweight and the gold color looks nice You can charge it with the USB cable that comes with it or with the solar panel on top No need to be replacing batteries all the time good for kids and adults plus easy to carry Very convenient to use, to turn on you have to pull it up and to close push it down